For decades, to increase efficiency and to reduce costs, manufacturers adopted the just-in-time approach, carefully tying manufacturing and staffing capabilities to meet demands without creating surplus. Recent supply-chain disruptions, especially those caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, however, may have pushed manufacturers to rethink redundancy.
Articles Discussing Reductions In Force (RIF).
Five Work Streams for Employers to Consider Before a RIF
Employers often consider five key “work streams” at the initial planning stages of a reduction in force (RIF).
Reductions in Force and Partial Plan Terminations: Another Potential 2020 ‘Gotcha’
Employers in all industries have faced unprecedented business challenges during 2020, and responding to those challenges has often entailed adjustments to the size and composition of workforces through targeted or broader-based reductions in force. As we finally face the end of this seemingly interminable year, it is important to consider
Workforce Reductions and Statistics: A Primer and Recommendations
Workforce reductions, whether in the form of hours reductions, furloughs, or layoffs, are often a last resort for employers experiencing financial pressures. Nevertheless, when these actions are necessary, time typically is of the essence, because when shedding payroll is the objective, the more drawn out the process, the smaller
Don’t Forget to Evaluate the Selections in Reductions in Force During COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the workplace in ways we could not have imagined just a few months ago. Indeed, the economic impact caused by the COVID-19-related shutdowns has prompted many employers to reevaluate how to conduct business and the number of employees they need. Consequently, many employers have been
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